Risks faced by the Company and its future operations include uncertainties as to, among other things: competitive nature of the industry; risks associated with growth strategies; the impact of deteriorating economic conditions; failure to make prudent or fully informed financing decisions, risks associated with government regulations and related possible liabilities; and reliance on key personnel, among others risks. The Company makes no representation or warranty with respect to these statements, and there can be no assurance that the future results can be realized or that actual results will not be materially different from those anticipated.